Climate Insights for Mazabuka

Mazabuka District, Southern Province, Zambia

Hottest
October
34°C peak92°F peak
Coldest
July
11°C low52°F low
Wettest
January
260 mm rain10.2 in rain
Best to Visit
March, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Mazabuka is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 778 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 260 mm of rainfall. Mazabuka is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: October, September, November. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 11°C.The climate in Mazabuka is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 73°F and approximately 30.6 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 10.2 in of rainfall. Mazabuka is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: October, September, November. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 52°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 20°FebMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 20°MarMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 19°AprMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 17°MayMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 14°JunMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 11°JulMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 11°AugMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 14°SepMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 18°OctMax: 34°Average: 27°Min: 21°NovMax: 32°Average: 26°Min: 21°DecMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 20°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 82°FAverage: 74°FMin: 67°FFebMax: 84°FAverage: 74°FMin: 67°FMarMax: 84°FAverage: 74°FMin: 66°FAprMax: 83°FAverage: 72°FMin: 62°FMayMax: 80°FAverage: 68°FMin: 57°FJunMax: 77°FAverage: 64°FMin: 53°FJulMax: 76°FAverage: 64°FMin: 52°FAugMax: 83°FAverage: 69°FMin: 56°FSepMax: 89°FAverage: 77°FMin: 64°FOctMax: 92°FAverage: 81°FMin: 69°FNovMax: 89°FAverage: 79°FMin: 70°FDecMax: 86°FAverage: 76°FMin: 68°F
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Temperatures in Mazabuka vary considerably across the year, with a 23°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Mazabuka vary considerably across the year, with a 40°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 92°F and the mean temperature sits around 81°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 52°F and an average of 64°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 21°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 260mmFebPrecipitation: 149mmMarPrecipitation: 89mmAprPrecipitation: 33mmMayPrecipitation: 3mmJunPrecipitation: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 1mmAugPrecipitation: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 10mmNovPrecipitation: 82mmDecPrecipitation: 150mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 10.2inFebPrecipitation: 5.9inMarPrecipitation: 3.5inAprPrecipitation: 1.3inMayPrecipitation: 0.1inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.4inNovPrecipitation: 3.2inDecPrecipitation: 5.9in
Precipitation

Mazabuka is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 778 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 65 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 260 mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 mm. That's 260 mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Mazabuka is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 30.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.6 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 10.2 in of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 10.2 in less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8km/hFebWind Speed: 8km/hMarWind Speed: 9km/hAprWind Speed: 11km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 14km/hOctWind Speed: 14km/hNovWind Speed: 11km/hDecWind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Mazabuka is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 12km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.Mazabuka is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 7mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan23°74°F
Feb24°74°F
Mar24°74°F
Apr22°72°F
May20°68°F
Jun18°64°F
Jul18°64°F
Aug21°69°F
Sep25°77°F
Oct27°81°F
Nov26°79°F
Dec25°76°F

The best time to visit Mazabuka is during March, April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 18 mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 34°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Mazabuka is during March, April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 70°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.7 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 92°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Mazabuka based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Mazabuka based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
20 °C67 °F
28 °C82 °F
8 km/h5 mph
260 mm10.2 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
20 °C67 °F
29 °C84 °F
8 km/h5 mph
149 mm5.9 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
19 °C66 °F
29 °C84 °F
9 km/h6 mph
89 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
17 °C62 °F
28 °C83 °F
11 km/h7 mph
33 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
May
14 °C57 °F
27 °C80 °F
11 km/h7 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
11 °C53 °F
25 °C77 °F
11 km/h7 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
11 °C52 °F
25 °C76 °F
12 km/h7 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
14 °C56 °F
28 °C83 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
18 °C64 °F
32 °C89 °F
14 km/h9 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
21 °C69 °F
34 °C92 °F
14 km/h9 mph
10 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
21 °C70 °F
32 °C89 °F
11 km/h7 mph
82 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
20 °C68 °F
30 °C86 °F
9 km/h5 mph
150 mm5.9 in
0 cm0 in